Capturing a World of Color: A Hand-Cut Paper Sculpture for Collectors of Coastal Wonder
A three-dimensional artwork that seamlessly combines hand-cut paper, watercolor, and gouache to create a visually stunning piece. The artwork features a cylindrical clear glass container resting on a vibrant sculptural base with intricate textures resembling coral and exotic plant life.
Paper Sculpture Inspired by a Blank Canvas and It's Endless Possibilities
The inspiration behind “Let the Fun Begin” came from reflecting on that unique moment when an artist stands before a blank, white canvas—a clean slate full of potential. It is a space of endless choices and creative freedom, where nothing has been decided and everything is possible.
"Please Don't Bug Me!" - a 3D Paper Sculpture
“Please Don’t Bug Me” is in the MASF 2025 International Miniature Art Exhibition. I am thrilled and honored to announce that my paper sculpture titled, "Please Don't Bug Me!" won the first place award in Sculpture and Scrimshaw! This 3D paper sculpture features a miniature praying mantis sitting on an oak branch amongst two acorns and leaves - all made from hand-cut paper and paint.
Fun Leaf Collecting Activity for Kids — Great Reference for Artists
Looking for a fun activity that you can do with your children or grandchildren? You can enjoy an afternoon discovering nature and help them with their writing and researching skills!
Part Seven - Time to Make the Seashells!
In Part Four - I describe making paper seashells, using real seashells as reference material.
Part Three - Under the Sea Plants
In this blog I briefly explain how I made the sea plants and sea-grasses using only paper and paint.
Part Two - Under the Sea Paper Sculpture Series
Making three-dimensional paper sculpted coral in a variety of colors will add beautiful colors to my under the sea aquariums.
Giving My Grandfather's Sprinkling Can New Life
This old sprinkling can has moved with me many times to different locations — to different states and from house to house.
Paper Sculpture: ‘Can You Find My Lucky Four Leaf Clover?’
I wanted to make a whimsical, three-dimensional paper sculpture. This sculpture has a lot of details all made out of paper and paint. I will show close up details of the sculpture as I explain the story behind this piece.
Miniature ‘Stars and Costars’ Under the Sea
I enjoy collecting seashells and have many different varieties. Some of them are small enough that I can display them in old printer drawers. One of my recent paper sculpture illustrations was inspired by some of the shells I have collected over the years.
Reflecting on My Art Studio, Old and New
Each studio I’ve had over the years has been a very different space. They’ve all had their own unique features and characteristics as well as something I really liked.
A ‘Window’ Into My Studio Renovations
Renovations are still underway, and I wanted to share more about what I have planned as well as some things I learned about creating a workspace that is just right.
Settling Into a Brand-New Art Studio
Moving is usually a bit stressful. When you have a home-based business, such as an art studio, it adds additional stressors to the situation.
A Squirrel Takes to the 'Soapbox'
In this paper sculpture titled, “On My Soapbox,” I wanted to see if I could recreate a squirrel’s woodland scene in miniature using only paper and paint.
Why I Wanted to Be an Artist
I always knew I wanted to be an artist. I can’t imagine doing anything else.
How Viewers Perceived My Country Garden Retreat Installation
With my “Charming Victorian Country Garden Retreat” exhibition, I hoped people viewing the art would take away feelings of contentment and peace.
20 Fun Facts About My Country Garden Paper Sculpture Installation
This week, I thought I might share some fun facts about the installation, including how much paper it took, how many roses are in the installation and more.
‘Charming Victorian Country Garden Retreat’: Frequently Asked Questions
From how much paper I used to my inspiration for the paper sculpture, here are answers to 12 of my most frequently asked questions.
Capturing a Moment in Time
When I was thinking through what I wanted to create for my large-scale paper sculpture exhibit for the Mansion at Strathmore, I felt I had to take a step back and first think about the guests that will view my art.